Preconstruction Services - Project Manager I

With offices in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, and Ohio, Pepper Construction is a national general contracting and construction management firm that primarily serves the private sector. Pepper Construction provides clients the experience and resources of a national company, combined with the hands-on approach of a local company.

Job Title: Pre-Construction Project Manager I

Location: Des Plaines, IL

COMPANY OVERVIEW:

Pepper leads the construction industry with an energy and ambition uncommon today. We seek out new methods and technologies that support your vision with a practical approach, and we apply our nearly 100 years of expertise to ensure the precision, quality and confidence that comes from working alongside a partner that's dedicated to performance.

Every building starts with a solid foundation, it's people. At Pepper, we create leaders at every level and generate momentum in every market we serve by rewarding new thinking and respecting the long-standing values that have made our company unique for generations. You'll see the impact of our leadership in everything we do - from the Preconstruction work, we deliver to the decisions we make in the field to the relationships we form and keep fresh for years to come.

As a family-owned and operated company, we take building personally.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Preconstruction Project Managers are responsible for the activities that occur at the beginning of a project, prior to the start of construction. Responsibilities include budgeting, scheduling and logistics planning. Estimators are expected to work with people at all levels of Project Management and Field Supervision to establish budget and operational priorities, helping to ensure a quality project.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:

Project Management

• Perform detailed quantity surveys both manually and electronically
• Possess knowledge of and ability to develop detailed pricing
• Develop detailed scopes of work by trade
• Perform Value Engineering/Value Analysis
• Perform building systems analysis and constructability reviews
• Possess knowledge of cost and pricing trends and develop escalation analysis
• Develop conceptual estimates from limited information
• Level and descope competitively bid trades
• Identify cost drivers and develop alternative solutions

Leadership

• Provide leadership through building relationships, motivating others, providing clear direction, and cooperative teamwork
• Communicate effectively, both written and verbal, with immediate team members, Operational Project Management teams, and with clients and the design team.
• Provide training and serve as a mentor to less experienced personnel

POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• B.S. in Construction Engineering or related technical area
• 5+ years of experience
• Prior experience in a pre-construction role with projects over $5M
• Knowledge of Destini or a similar electronic estimating software
• Knowledge of Construct Connect or a similar takeoff software
• Knowledge of Revit preferred
• Work from the Des Plaines office

The target salary for this position is $100,940. We consider many factors when determining actual hiring salary. These factors may include location, transferable skills, work experience, licensure and certification, business needs, internal equity, and market demands.

Pepper Construction is dedicated to offering our employees a comprehensive and best-in-class benefits package that prioritizes their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. We offer medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans, a generous 401k match, and a student loan repayment benefit. In addition to paid time off for company holidays, vacation, and personal days, Pepper offers fully paid medical and parental leave, mental health services, and more.

For additional information, visit www.pepperconstruction.com

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.

Pepper Construction is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

Please note: Pepper does not sponsor work visas.